Syracuse City School District public meetings in 2022
63 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss future action items, including several contracts for approval. These contracts cover workers' compensation administration, a volunteer reading program, mental health and college access services, and violence prevention. The board is also receiving presentations on enrollment and an employee survey.
- Contract extension with PMA Management Corp for workers' comp administration, not to exceed $170,755 for 2023
- New $249,000 contract with United Way of CNY for Book Buddies reading program at Bellevue, Roberts, Seymour
- New contracts with Helio Health ($87,800), On Point for College ($249,994.94), Street Addiction ($249,999), and CCSI ($426,000) for student support services
- Award RFP #SCSD2022-007 for STOP School Violence services to Option Zero ($300,000) and Good Life Philanthropic Youth Foundation ($450,000)
- Presentations on BEDS Day enrollment and Employee Districtwide Survey Update
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Audit Committee is meeting to consider approving the minutes from its September 23, 2022 meeting and to recommend that the Board of Education accept the 2021-2022 external financial statement audit. The meeting is procedural in nature, with no other substantive items on the agenda.
- Approve minutes of September 23, 2022 Audit Committee meeting
- Recommend acceptance of 2021-2022 External Financial Statement Audit
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education's Audit Committee is holding a joint special work session and meeting to consider action items, including approving the minutes from the September 23, 2022 meeting and accepting the 2021-2022 external financial statement audit. The committee will also discuss focus areas for the 2022-2023 internal audit. The meeting is procedural in nature, with no public hearings or major policy decisions listed.
- Approve minutes of September 23, 2022 Audit Committee meeting
- Accept the 2021-2022 External Financial Statement Audit
- Discuss focus areas for 2022-2023 Internal Audit
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold a work session on November 30, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. at 725 Harrison Street. The board will hear a presentation on the district's response to 3-8 ELA and math achievement data, and discuss several policy modifications, including second readings for policies on constituent concerns and board meeting rules, and first readings for policies on service animals, instructional materials, and board member compensation. The board will also consider abolishing four outdated policies.
- Presentation on district's response to 3-8 ELA & Math achievement data by CAO Kelley
- Second reading: Modification of Policy 3300 - Resolution of Constituent Concerns
- Second reading: Modification of Policy 1510 - Regular Board Meetings and Rules (Quorum and Parliamentary Procedure)
- First reading: Modification of Policy 3220 - Use of Service Animals (retitled 'Animals in the Schools')
- First and final reading: Abolishment of Policies 3000, 3121, 3300, 3421
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on November 28, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to excuse absent commissioners, entered executive session, and approved a settlement agreement (Resolution #1122-116). The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved settlement agreement (Resolution #1122-116)
- Entered executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
- Excused commissioners unable to attend
- Meeting held at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss future action items, including contracts for bilingual reading support and a STEM program, as well as new school clubs and pre-K service awards. These items are scheduled for a vote at a later meeting.
- Contract with American Reading Company for up to $32,000 for bilingual curriculum training at Seymour and Delaware Elementary Schools
- Contract with LeMoyne College for up to $249,000 for a STEM program for grades 6-8, including Tech Days and summer programming
- Establishment of new ECA clubs: Nottingham Class of 2024 and Syracuse Latin Newspaper Club
- Revised award of RFP #SCSD2022-006 for Universal Pre-Kindergarten services, adding Erwin Preschool, with total costs up to $5.75 million for UPK and $500,000 for SUFDPK
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held its regular monthly business meeting on November 9, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board entered executive session before the public portion, then approved minutes, financial statements, and several consent agenda items, including contracts for teaching and learning, an internal audit corrective action plan, and the award of an RFP for an ERP system selection and implementation project.
- Approved contract with Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) for middle school CTE curriculum development, not to exceed $30,000, through June 2023.
- Approved two contracts with Catholic Charities for Refugee School Impact Program Bilingual Family Navigator: $35,000 through December 2022 and $43,571 through December 2023.
- Accepted the 2021-22 Internal Audit Risk Assessment and Annual Test Work and Corrective Action Plan.
- Awarded RFP #SCSD2022-006 for ERP System Selection & Implementation Project.
- Approved minutes from October 5, 12, and 24, 2022 meetings.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
This is a special meeting of the Syracuse City School District Board of Education, held at 725 Harrison Street on November 7, 2022. The board plans to vote immediately on entering executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1), with no other business conducted. The meeting will not be livestreamed.
- Vote to excuse absent commissioners
- Vote to enter executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
- Meeting not livestreamed
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on October 24, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to approve two lease agreements, an employee handbook update, and administrative appointments. All motions passed with a 5-0 vote, with two members not present.
- Approved sublease with Practice Resources LLC for fifth floor offices at 1001 West Fayette Street, $13,632.29/month, Nov 1, 2022 – Oct 31, 2027
- Approved lease renewal with Elmcrest Children's Center at 960 Salt Springs Road, $5,770/month, Dec 2, 2022 – Jun 1, 2027
- Approved Unit 3C handbook update to include Crisis Intervention Specialist position, effective Oct 25, 2022
- Approved administrative appointments as per attached charts
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss future action items, including approving contracts for teaching and learning, accepting an internal audit corrective action plan, and awarding a $1.5 million contract for ERP system selection and implementation services. The board will also hear a presentation on 3-8 ELA and math achievement.
- Contract with Southern Regional Education Board for CTE curriculum writing, up to $30,000
- Contract with Catholic Charities for Refugee School Impact Program, up to $35,000 (2022) and $43,571 (2023)
- Contract with Dr. Kendra March for Henninger High School mentoring, up to $75,000
- Accept 2021-22 Internal Audit Corrective Action Plan
- Award RFP #SCSD2023-006 to Berry Dunn for ERP system selection, up to $1.5 million
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held its regular monthly business meeting on October 12, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board entered executive session at the start, then reconvened to approve minutes, financial statements, and a consent agenda containing three contract resolutions. These contracts include a new records management agreement, renewal of youth advocate services, and an EMT course for students.
- Approved contract with Accelerated Information Systems for records management, not to exceed $33,300 through June 2023.
- Approved renewal with Hillside Work Scholarship Connection for youth advocates at Corcoran, Nottingham, Clary, Lincoln, and Roberts, not to exceed $500,572.
- Approved renewal with Coordinated Care Services (CCSI) for McKinney-Vento specialists, not to exceed $273,475.
- Approved renewal with Upstate Emergency Medicine for EMT course at PSLA @ Fowler, not to exceed $20,000.
- Approved monthly financial statements for August 31, 2022 (unaudited).
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on October 5, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to enter executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1), and no other business was conducted. The meeting was not livestreamed.
- Vote to excuse absent commissioners
- Vote to enter executive session under Public Officers Law 105(1)
- Meeting held at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY
- No other business conducted; not livestreamed
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on September 26, 2022, and voted on several action items. The board approved a contract with Accurate Background Investigations, Inc. for a safety liaison, a contract with Cornell University for crisis intervention training, and the creation of new Crisis Intervention Specialist positions. All motions carried with six yeas and one member not present.
- Approved contract with Accurate Background Investigations, Inc. (Frank Fowler) for up to $100,000 through September 2023 for safety liaison services
- Approved contract with Cornell University for TCIS training up to $65,000 through June 2023, funded by American Rescue Plan Act
- Approved creation of 5.0 FTE Crisis Intervention Specialist positions for 2022-2023 school year
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss future action items, including several contracts for approval, the award of an external audit RFP, and the 2023-24 budget calendar. A summer school summary presentation is also scheduled. No final votes are expected at this work session.
- Contract with Accelerated Information Systems for records management, not to exceed $33,300 through June 2023
- Contract with Hillside Work Scholarship Connection for youth advocates, not to exceed $500,572
- Contract with Coordinated Care Services for McKinney-Vento specialists, not to exceed $273,475
- Contract with Upstate Emergency Medicine for EMT course, not to exceed $20,000
- Award RFP #SCSD2023-002 for external audit to Bonadio & Co., LLP, with costs from $145,000 to $149,000 per year for five years
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Audit Committee is meeting to review and discuss audit-related items, including approving prior meeting minutes, an external audit update, an internal audit report with a corrective action plan, and a recommendation for the external auditor. The committee is expected to recommend awarding a five-year professional auditing services contract to Bonadio & Co., LLP, with costs ranging from $145,000 to $149,000 per year for the District and $8,000 to $8,400 for the Joint Schools Construction Board.
- Approve minutes from July 22, 2022 Audit Committee meeting
- External audit update presentation
- Resolution to accept 2021-22 Internal Audit Risk Assessment and Corrective Action Plan
- Recommendation to award RFP #SCSD2023-002 for professional auditing services to Bonadio & Co., LLP (5-year contract, District $145K-$149K/year, JSCB $8K-$8.4K/year)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly business meeting, starting with executive session, then consider consent agenda items including the adoption of the District Safety Plan, the 2022-23 Professional Development Plan, and contracts for student support services. The board will also approve minutes, accept monthly financial statements, and hear reports from the president and superintendent.
- Adoption of District Safety Plan and Building Level Emergency Plans for 2022-23 (Resolution #0922-047)
- Approval of 2022-23 Professional Development Plan (Resolution #0922-048)
- Contract renewal with Street Addiction Institute for six school-based staff at Corcoran High School, Grant Middle School, and Brighton Academy, not to exceed $486,319
- Contract renewal with Good Life Philanthropic Foundation for two life coaches at Clary, Lincoln, Henninger, STEM at Blodgett, and PSLA, not to exceed $490,866
- Acceptance of unaudited monthly financial statements for July 31, 2022
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on August 24, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to enter executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1), and no other business was conducted. The meeting was not livestreamed.
- Voted to excuse absent commissioners
- Entered executive session under Public Officers Law 105(1)
- Adjourned the meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a work session to review and discuss the 2022-23 District Comprehensive Improvement Plan (DCIP) and School Comprehensive Education Plans (SCEPs) for CSI and TSI schools, as well as several policy modifications. These items are scheduled for formal action at a future meeting. The agenda also includes first readings of policy changes and the abolishment of several policies.
- 2022-23 District Comprehensive Improvement Plan (DCIP) presented and discussed
- 2022-23 School Comprehensive Education Plans for CSI and TSI schools presented and discussed
- First reading of Policy 2020 modification on Transgender & Gender Non-Conforming Individuals
- First reading of Policy 3280 modification on Use of School Facilities, Materials & Equipment
- Modification of Policy 7540 on Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Post-Intervention
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on August 22, 2022, to vote on several operational and human resources items. The board approved a partnership with the Syracuse Fire Department, awarded a contract for student advocacy and transition support services, created 18 new positions, approved multiple position title changes, and made administrative appointments. All resolutions passed, with some abstentions.
- Approved partnership with Syracuse Fire Department for career and technical education
- Awarded RFP #SCSD2022-008 to Center for Community Alternatives, Inc. for $451,286 (Sept 2022–June 2023)
- Created 18.0 FTE positions including special education teachers, teaching assistants, and HR staff
- Approved title changes for 14 positions, including new Assistant Superintendent roles
- Approved administrative appointments
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold a work session to review the 2022-23 Professional Development Plan and discuss future action items, including contracts for student support services and teaching and learning programs. The board is also expected to consider resolutions to approve these contracts at a later meeting.
- 2022-23 Professional Development Plan presentation and resolution for adoption
- Contract with Street Addiction Institute (up to $486,319) for school-based staff at Corcoran High School, Grant Middle School, and Brighton Academy
- Contract with Good Life Philanthropic Foundation (up to $490,866) for life coaches at Clary, Lincoln, Henninger, STEM at Blodgett, and PSLA
- Contract with Peaceful Schools ($66,000) for My Brother's Keeper Program
- Contract with Syracuse University ($30,000) for assisted typing training, and new contract with CNY Works ($20,000) for internship reimbursements
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held its regular monthly business meeting on August 10, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board approved a consent agenda containing multiple contracts for human resources and student support services, including a $2,433,408 agreement with Hillside Work Scholarship Connection for youth advocates. The meeting also included routine items such as approval of minutes, acceptance of monthly financial statements, and recognition of visitors.
- Approved $53,250 contract with The Danielson Group for teacher evaluation training
- Approved $92,617 renewal with ARISE Child and Family Services for mental health counseling
- Approved $65,000 renewal with Coordinated Care Services for a Promise Zone Specialist at Grant Middle School
- Approved $139,000 renewal with Interfaith Works of CNY for Seeds of Peace Clubs
- Approved $2,433,408 renewal with Hillside Work Scholarship Connection for youth advocates
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a public hearing on the District Safety Plan at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, starting at 5:00 p.m., followed by a work session. Residents may address the board on this topic only, with comments limited to three minutes; the plan is also available for a 30-day comment period on the district's website. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering call to order, visitor recognition, and adjournment.
- Public hearing on District Safety Plan
- Location: 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY
- Speakers limited to 3 minutes on safety plan topic only
- 30-day public comment period on plan via district website
- Livestream available via Microsoft Teams link
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on July 27, 2022, to vote on the proposed 2022-23 Code of Conduct, Character and Support, and to approve administrative appointments. Both resolutions passed. The board also excused absent commissioners and adjourned.
- Adopted 2022-2023 Code of Conduct, Character and Support (Resolution #0722-019)
- Approved administrative appointments, transfers, and promotions (Resolution #0722-020)
- Excused commissioners not present at the meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss future action items, including a second reading of a resolution to create Policy 8110 on curriculum development, resources, and evaluation. This policy would replace six existing policies (4200, 4220, 4230, 4230.1, 4240, 4300). The meeting also includes a presentation by SAY YES and procedural items.
- Second reading of Policy 8110 – Curriculum Development, Resources and Evaluation
- Resolution to abolish policies 4200, 4220, 4230, 4230.1, 4240, and 4300
- Presentation by SAY YES presented by Ahmeed Turner
- Work session at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on July 26, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to excuse absent commissioners and then immediately entered executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1). No other business was conducted, and the meeting was not livestreamed.
- Vote to excuse absent commissioners
- Vote to enter executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
- Meeting held at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY
- No other business conducted; meeting not livestreamed
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss the proposed 2022-23 Code of Conduct, the District Safety Plan, and several contracts for approval. These items are scheduled for future action, with resolutions to adopt the code and safety plan, and to authorize contracts for training, counseling, and student support services.
- Proposed 2022-23 Code of Conduct, Character and Support
- Adoption of District Safety Plan for 2022-23
- Contract with The Danielson Group for teacher training, up to $53,250
- Contract with ARISE Child and Family Services for mental health counseling, up to $92,617
- Contract with Hillside Work Scholarship Connection for youth advocates, up to $2,433,408
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Audit Committee is meeting to discuss the external audit timeline and RFP, review the internal audit report, and receive a financial advisor update. They will also approve minutes from the April 8, 2022 meeting and welcome new member Peter Dunn.
- Approve minutes from April 8, 2022 Audit Committee meeting
- Discuss external audit timeline (June 2022 document)
- Discuss external audit RFP
- Review internal audit report (Syracuse CSD IA Status - July 22 2022)
- Financial advisor update
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a public hearing to receive comments on proposed revisions to the Code of Conduct. A finance work session will follow immediately. Speakers must limit comments to three minutes and only address the Code of Conduct topic.
- Public hearing on proposed Code of Conduct revisions
- Finance work session to follow the hearing
- Comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker
- Written comments accepted via mail or email
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold a quarterly finance work session to discuss the budget status as of June 30, 2022, updates on ARPA and CRRSA spending, cash flow projections for RAN borrowing, and a financial advisor update. The session follows a public hearing and is open via livestream.
- Budget Status Report as of June 30, 2022
- ARPA & CRRSA spending update
- Cash flow projection for RAN borrowing (2022-23)
- Financial advisor update
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held its regular monthly business meeting on July 13, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board approved a consent agenda that included establishing a Montessori program at Delaware Primary Elementary School and a whole-school dual language program at Seymour Elementary School, both to open in the 2023-24 school year. The board also approved several policy changes, including modifications to internet safety and creation of policies for independent study, home instruction, and field trips. The meeting began with an executive session, and the regular portion was expected to start at approximately 5:30 PM.
- Approved resolution to plan Montessori program at Delaware Primary Elementary School, opening 2023-24 with PreK.
- Approved resolution to expand whole-school dual language program at Seymour Elementary School, opening 2023-24 for grades PreK-5.
- Approved modification of Policy 8271 – Internet Safety (formerly 4526.1).
- Approved creation of Policy 8430 – Independent Study and Policy 8440 – Home Instruction (replacing 1741).
- Approved creation of Policy 8460 – Field Trips and Excursions.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on June 27, 2022, to act on two student discipline appeals, a 3020-a decision, and administrative appointments. The board voted to deny both appeals of superintendent-imposed suspensions, with one member voting nay and others abstaining or not present. The board also approved a 3020-a decision and administrative appointments.
- Denied appeal of student discipline (Index #BOE2022-03), Resolution #0622-280
- Denied appeal of student discipline (Index #BOE2022-04), Resolution #0622-281
- Approved 3020-a Decision, Resolution #0622-282
- Approved Administrative Appointments, Resolution #0622-283
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss future action items, primarily contract renewals for the 2022-2023 school year. These include agreements for CPR/First Aid training, student support services, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) curriculum development. The board is expected to vote on these contracts at a future meeting.
- Renewal with Lifesavers, Inc. for CPR/First Aid training, not to exceed $15,000
- Renewal with Hillside Work Scholarship Connection for youth advocates, not to exceed $1,266,000
- Renewal with Contact Community Services for student assistance counselors, not to exceed $666,000
- Renewal with Lynette Radicello for CTE curriculum writing, not to exceed $35,000
- Renewal with William Mitson for Firefighter I/II certification support, not to exceed $32,043
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a work session to review and discuss several future action items, including the proposed 2022-23 Code of Conduct, a proposal to add Montessori programming at Delaware Primary and expand dual language at Seymour Elementary, and multiple policy updates. These items are scheduled for formal board action on July 13, 2022.
- Proposed 2022-23 Code of Conduct, Character and Support
- Montessori program at Delaware Primary Elementary (opening 2023-24)
- Whole-school dual language program at Seymour Elementary (opening 2023-24)
- Modification of Policy 8271 – Internet Safety
- Creation of policies 8430 (Independent Study), 8440 (Home Instruction), 8460 (Field Trips)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held its regular monthly business meeting on June 8, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board entered executive session first, then approved routine items including minutes, monthly financial statements, and a consent agenda with several contracts. The most significant actions were approvals of contracts for teacher recruitment programs and health services.
- Approved SUNY Oswego Teacher Opportunity Corps contract up to $160,000 for 16 teacher residents through June 2023
- Approved Syracuse University Urban Fellowship contract up to $438,000 for teacher tuition support through June 2023
- Approved NurseCore Management Services contract increase to $60,000 for substitute nursing staff
- Approved Dr. Ted Triana as medical director at $48,500 through June 2023
- Approved MOST science program contract at $52,000 for 5,600 students
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on June 7, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to excuse absent commissioners and then immediately entered executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1). No other business was conducted, and the meeting adjourned after the session.
- Vote to excuse absent commissioners (motion carried)
- Vote to enter executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
- Meeting held at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY
- Livestream available via Microsoft Teams link
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on May 26, 2022, to consider entering executive session and to vote on ratifying two collective bargaining agreements. The board approved contracts with the Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) Unit 9 and the Syracuse Teachers Association (STA) Unit 10, covering periods from July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2025, and June 30, 2024, respectively. The meeting also included roll call, a motion to excuse a commissioner, and adjournment.
- Ratified CSEA Unit 9 contract (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2025)
- Ratified STA Unit 10 contract for school nurses and health aides (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2024)
- Approved expenditures for implementing the agreements
- Entered executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
- Vote: 4 yea, 3 not present for all actions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold a work session to hear presentations on Summer School 2022, a Career and Technical Education update, and a STEAM High School update. The board will also discuss several future action items, including modifications to the internet safety policy and the creation of new policies for independent study, home instruction, and field trips, as well as naming the Seymour Dual Language Academy gymnasium after Daniel F. Sherman.
- Presentation: Summer School 2022 by Chief Kelley
- Presentation: Career and Technical Education 2021-2022 Update by Director Primerano
- Presentation: STEAM High School Update by Dr. Jody Manning, Bruno Primerano, Rory Edwards
- Discussion: Modification of Policy 8271 – Internet Safety
- Discussion: Naming Seymour Dual Language Academy gymnasium as 'Daniel F. Sherman Gymnasium'
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education held a work session to discuss upcoming contract renewals for human resources and teaching services. Proposed items include teacher diversity programs, nursing staff services, and science field trip agreements.
- Renewal of SUNY Oswego Teacher Opportunity Corps program up to $160,000
- Renewal of Syracuse University Urban Fellowship up to $438,000
- Increase of NurseCore Management Services contract to $60,000 for nursing staff
- Renewal of MOST science lesson plan services up to $52,000
- Renewal of Baltimore Woods Nature Center programs up to $156,400
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held its annual organizational meeting to establish the 2022-2023 meeting calendar and appoint key district officials. The Board also approved regulations for check-signing authority and finalized the meeting schedule through May 2023.
- Appointed Jessica Madonna as School Claims Auditor with an annual salary of $59,384.00
- Appointed Eileen Steinhardt as Board of Education District Clerk with an annual salary of $64,675.00
- Authorized the Chief Accountability Officer to serve as Records Management and Records Access Officer
- Approved regulation allowing the Board President and City Commissioner of Finance to sign district checks
- Established monthly meeting dates for June 2022 through May 2023
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on April 27, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to enter executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1). The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no other substantive actions listed.
- Special meeting held at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY
- Board voted to enter executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
- Motion to enter executive session carried unanimously (7 yea votes)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education held a work session to discuss several upcoming policy changes and annual reviews. Discussions included updates to special education hearing officer appointments, animal use in instruction, and audit committee procedures.
- First reading of Policy 7670 regarding the appointment of Impartial Hearing Officers
- First reading of Policy 8250 regarding the use of animals for instructional purposes
- Annual review of the Audit Committee Charter to clarify quorum and voting language
- Proposed increase of micro-purchase threshold from $5,000 to $10,000 in Policy 5411
- Proposed increase of simplified acquisition threshold from $150,000 to $250,000 in Policy 5411
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education held a work session to review administrative appointments, legal service agreements, and membership renewals for the 2022-23 fiscal year. The session included discussions on check-signing regulations and establishing the upcoming meeting calendar.
- Reappointment of Ferrara Fiorenza PC as District Attorney with a $200,000 retainer
- Renewal of memberships in educational groups totaling $112,693
- Extension of special litigation services agreements with Smith, Sovick, Kendrick & Sugnet, PC and Costello, Cooney & Fearon PLLC
- Appointment of the Chief Accountability Officer as Records Management and Access Officer
- Establishment of monthly Board meeting dates through May 2023
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education met to adopt the 2022-23 General Fund Operating Budget. The final budget includes net reductions of $8,384,065 in expenses following changes to State Aid estimates.
- Adoption of $480,786,340 General Fund Operating Budget
- Reduction of $2,340,678 in salaries and wages
- Reduction of $4,616,296 in employee benefits
- Reduction of $1,500,000 in debt and interfund expenses
- Authorization of a $31,727,425 State Aid advance
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on April 18, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to enter executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1), then adjourned. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no substantive public decisions or discussions listed.
- Special meeting held April 18, 2022 at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY
- Motion to excuse absent commissioners
- Vote to enter executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
- Motion carried unanimously (7 yea votes)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a quarterly finance work session to review the adopted budget, budget status, and federal spending updates. The board will discuss a future action item to adopt the 2022-23 General Fund budget of $480,786,340, which includes a $31,727,425 state aid advance to balance the budget.
- Adoption of 2022-23 General Fund budget of $480,786,340
- State aid advance of $31,727,425 via Chapter One Accrual
- Net expense reductions of $8,384,065 due to lower state aid
- Budget status report as of March 30, 2022
- ARPA & CRRSA spending update as of March 2022
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Audit Committee is meeting to review and approve the minutes from its December 3, 2021 meeting, conduct the annual review of the Audit Committee Charter (with no revisions proposed), and discuss the Internal Audit Work Plan and Risk Assessment. The meeting is procedural and oversight-focused, with no major policy or financial decisions on the agenda.
- Accept minutes from December 3, 2021 Audit Committee meeting
- Annual review of Audit Committee Charter with no revisions
- Discussion of Internal Audit Work Plan & Risk Assessment
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held its regular monthly business meeting on April 6, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board entered executive session first, then approved consent agenda items including textbook adoptions and contracts for student support services. The meeting included routine items such as approval of minutes and monthly financial statements.
- Approved adoption of updated Kendall Hunt Forensic Science textbook for 2022-23 (Resolution #0422-196)
- Approved adoption of Grade Six Social Studies textbook aligned with NY K-12 framework (Resolution #0422-197)
- Approved contract with Contact Community Services for PAX Good Behavior Games, not to exceed $64,116 (summer 2021)
- Approved new contract with Contact Community Services for SAP counselor services at OASIS, not to exceed $190,000 through September 2024
- Accepted unaudited monthly financial statements for February 28, 2022
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on March 28, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to enter executive session to discuss matters under Public Officers Law section 105(1), then adjourned. The agenda contains only procedural items.
- Special meeting held at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY
- Motion to excuse absent commissioners
- Vote to enter executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
- Motion carried with 6 yeas, 1 not present
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a work session to discuss future action items, including adopting new textbooks for Forensic Science and Grade Six Social Studies, and approving several contracts for student support services. These items are scheduled for a formal vote on April 6, 2022.
- Adoption of updated Kendall Hunt Forensic Science textbook for 2022-23
- Adoption of Grade Six Social Studies textbook aligned with NY State Framework
- Contract with Contact Community Services for PAX Good Behavior Games ($64,116) and SAP counselor services ($190,000)
- Contract with Street Addiction Institute for six school-based staff at Corcoran High, Grant Middle, Brighton Academy ($293,342.15)
- Contracts for visually impaired services ($45,750) and adult education with OCM BOCES ($123,885)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on March 18, 2022, to accept the resignation for retirement of Superintendent Jaime Alicea, effective June 30, 2022. The board voted to approve the resolution, with one member not present. The meeting also included roll call and adjournment.
- Resolution #0322-195: Acceptance of Resignation for Retirement of Superintendent Jaime Alicea, effective June 30, 2022
- Motion to excuse absent commissioners
- President's report (procedural)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold its regular monthly business meeting on March 9, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board plans to enter executive session at 5:00 PM, with the public portion starting around 5:30 PM. The main actions are approving minutes, accepting monthly financial statements, and adopting several new or revised policies, including those on pest management, energy conservation, student health records, and children with disabilities.
- Adoption of Policy 5632 – Pest Management and Pesticide Use, replacing Policy 8115
- Adoption of Policy 5650 – Energy Conservation and Recycling in the Schools
- Adoption of Policy 7514 – Student Health Records, replacing policies 5420 and 1338
- Adoption of Policy 7611 – Children with Disabilities, replacing Policy 4321
- Modification of Policy 7614 – Preschool Special Education
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special work session to discuss the proposed general fund operating budget for the 2022-23 school year. This session followed a public budget hearing.
- Discussion of 2022-23 Proposed General Fund Operating Budget
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a public budget hearing at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, New York, starting at 5:00 p.m., followed by a work session. Residents may address the board on the proposed budget only, with comments limited to three minutes, after signing up with the District Clerk. The meeting includes procedural items: call to order, recognition of visitors, and adjournment.
- Public budget hearing at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY
- Speakers limited to 3 minutes on proposed budget only
- Sign-up required with District Clerk before meeting
- Livestream available via Microsoft Teams link
- Work session to follow the hearing
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education held a special meeting to discuss operations and budget matters. The Board approved a resolution stating that face coverings are no longer required, though they remain recommended for students, employees, and visitors.
- Resolution #0222-179: Face coverings no longer mandated in school settings effective March 2, 2022
- Direction to Superintendent to modify the District's reopening plan
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a public budget hearing on the proposed 2022-23 budget. Residents may speak for up to three minutes on the budget only, after signing in with the District Clerk. The hearing is followed by a work session.
- Public hearing on proposed 2022-23 budget
- Speakers limited to 3 minutes on budget topic only
- Hearing at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY at 5:00 p.m.
- Livestream available via Microsoft Teams link
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education held a work session to discuss the proposed $488,166,858 General Fund Operating Budget. The session also included presentations on building surveys and graduation rates, alongside discussions regarding various service contracts and substitute pay rates.
- Proposed 2022-23 General Fund Operating Budget of $488,166,858
- Contract renewal with NurseCore Management Services, LLC for nursing staff up to $40,000
- Contract renewal with Eastern-Suffolk BOCES for data warehouse services up to $125,000 per year
- New contract with Lynnette Radicello for CTE curriculum process up to $20,000
- New contract with Southern Regional Education Board for middle school CTE curriculum up to $30,000
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Board of Education held a work session to review student attendance reports and discuss future policy actions. Proposed changes include updates to policies regarding pest management, energy conservation, student health records, and special education programs.
- Student Attendance Report presentation by Chief Moon
- Second Reading: Policy 5632 – Pest Management and Pesticide Use
- Second Reading: Policy 5650 – Energy Conservation and Recycling in the Schools
- Second Reading: Policy 7514 – Student Health Records
- Second Reading: Policy 7611 – Children with Disabilities
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a work session to discuss expanding Advanced Placement (AP) course offerings and to review several new or revised policies. Presentations covered AP course options and a districtwide employee survey. The board discussed future action items including adopting new AP courses for the 2022-23 school year and creating policies on student searches, pest management, energy conservation, student health records, and special education.
- Presentation on expanding AP course options in SCSD
- Presentation on districtwide employee survey
- Resolution to adopt AP Biology, AP Environmental Science, AP Human Geography, AP Computer Science Principles, and AP Computer Science-A for 2022-23
- Third reading of Policy 7330 on Searches and Questioning of Students
- First readings of policies 5632 (Pest Management), 5650 (Energy Conservation), 7514 (Student Health Records), 7611 (Children with Disabilities), and 7614 (Preschool Special Education)
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education will hold a work session to discuss the strategic plan progress, capital improvement projects for 2022-2026, and several upcoming contract approvals. The board will also consider amendments to the JSCB Phase II budget and the Smart Schools Investment Plan. No final votes are scheduled; these are discussion items for future action.
- Contract with Central New York Community Foundation to establish Syracuse STEAM High School Fund
- Contract with City of Syracuse Fire Department for COVID-19 pool testing, not to exceed $480,000
- Contract extensions: ComPsych EAP ($75,000), PMA Workers' Comp ($167,400), AMN Healthcare school psychologist ($70,000)
- Renewal with Liberty Post for music therapy, $15,000
- JSCB Phase II budget amendment: increase ELMS by $160,000, decrease Henninger High School by $160,000
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on January 19, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board voted to enter executive session and approved a settlement agreement in a federal lawsuit (Case No. 5:10-cv-00690). The meeting also included a public review forum and a quarterly finance work session.
- Approved Resolution #0122-162 approving a settlement agreement in federal lawsuit Case No. 5:10-cv-00690
- Voted to enter executive session under Public Officers Law section 105(1)
- Motion to excuse absent commissioners
- Public Review Forum at 4:30 p.m.
- Quarterly Finance Work Session following the forum
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a public review forum on the Smart Schools Investment Plan 6.1, which covers a network refresh. The forum allows residents to comment on the plan, with each speaker limited to three minutes. The board will then hold a work session immediately after the forum.
- Public review forum on Smart Schools Investment Plan 6.1 - Network Refresh
- Forum at 725 Harrison Street, Syracuse, NY, starting at 4:30 p.m.
- Speakers must register with the District Clerk before the forum begins
- Comments limited to three minutes per speaker
- Plan document available on district website
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education is holding a quarterly finance work session to discuss the budget status as of December 2021, the governor's executive budget proposal, and a 3-year financial projection. These are presentations and discussions, not final decisions. The meeting is procedural in nature, with no votes or public hearings scheduled.
- Budget Status as of December 2021 report
- Governor's Executive Budget Proposal presentation
- 3-Year Projection forecast as of January 2022
BoardDocs Imported Meetings (2012 – 2026)
The Syracuse City School District Board of Education held its regular monthly business meeting on January 12, 2022, at 725 Harrison Street. The board approved a consent agenda that included committing a $6,115,185 workers' compensation settlement, creating a school bus driver position, and adopting several new or modified policies. The meeting began with executive session and included routine items like approval of minutes and financial statements.
- Committed $6,115,185 from NYS WCB 15(8) Wholesale Waiver Settlement for future medical/indemnity costs
- Created 1.0 FTE School Bus Driver position funded by budget A.55100.000.1930.TRP.00000
- Modified Policy 6562 on Employment of Retired Persons, raising max earnings from $30,000 to $35,000
- Adopted new Policy 7580 on Safe Public School Choice Option
- Adopted new Policy 3411 on Prohibition of Weapons on School Grounds